Dostie served in the Army’s 101 Airborne Division and was killed during patrol operations in Baghdad.

The ride began with a military service to honor the Dostie family at Minot Elementary School.

“To allow us back into their lives, to open this wound up, was heartwarming for us,” group member Roger Dargie, said. “Hopefully it allows them to realize that they are not forgotten. There are so many thousands and thousands of victims that have fallen for our country and this is a very small part of saying ‘thank you.’”

The group hosted a barbecue at its clubhouse following the ride. Participants were charged $15 per person for the ride and food. The money raised benefits the Killed in Action Program.